Enterprise Electrical is looking for a skilled Electrical Foreman to manage field teams on a Mission Critical Data Center project based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa . This position plays a vital role in guaranteeing that our field crews perform their work safely, efficiently, and according to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess at least 7 years of experience in commercial electrical construction , with a proven history of leading teams on mission critical / data center projects . As a Foreman, your responsibilities will include coordinating daily operations, supervising apprentices and journeymen, enforcing safety protocols, and ensuring adherence to all codes, drawings, and specifications.
Standard Schedule: 5/10s + 1/8 (5 days at 10 hours and 1 day at 8 hours each week)
Hourly Rate : $52 - $55 per hour
Project Duration: 1 year+ with additional steady work.
Daily Per Diem: $150 (Paid daily, 7 days a week)
Retention Bonus: An additional $5.00 per hour
Responsibilities
Field Leadership & Supervision
• Supervise and lead journeymen, apprentices, and helpers on active data center projects
• Assign daily work, manpower, and priorities based on schedule and project needs
• Enforce productivity, workmanship, and safety expectations across crews
• Mentor and develop field personnel, ensuring proper task execution and growth
Data Center / Mission-Critical Execution
• Oversee installation of electrical systems including:
• Power distribution
• Switchgear, transformers, UPS, and PDUs
• Conduit and cable tray systems
• Grounding and bonding for mission-critical environments
• Coordinate work in electrical rooms, data halls, and support spaces
• Maintain cleanliness and compliance in sensitive data center areas (white space / gray space)
Safety & Compliance
• Enforce OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and company safety policies at all times
• Lead daily JHAs, toolbox talks, and site safety planning
• Stop unsafe work and correct hazards immediately
• Ensure lockout/tagout and energized work procedures are followed
Planning, Coordination & Reporting
• Read and interpret drawings, one-lines, specs, and schedules
• Coordinate with superintendents, project managers, QA/QC, safety, and other trades
• Track daily manpower, production, and material usage
• Communicate constraints, delays, or scope changes proactively
Quality Control
• Ensure installations meet drawings, specifications, and inspection standards
• Support inspections, testing, and commissioning activities Address rework, punch list items, and corrective actions promptly
• State Journeyman or Master Electrician License (required where applicable)
• OSHA 30 preferred (OSHA 10 minimum)
• NFPA 70E certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED required
• State-recognized electrical apprenticeship completion preferred
• 6+ years of commercial electrical experience required
• 2+ years in a foreman or lead role preferred
• Prior data center or mission-critical project experience strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Strong knowledge of NEC and commercial electrical codes
• Proven leadership and crew management ability
• Ability to plan work, sequence tasks, and manage manpower efficiently
• Experience with large-scale power distribution and electrical rooms
• Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working extended hours, nights, or weekends as project demands
Tools, Equipment, & Systems
• Hand and power tools
• Conduit benders and installation equipment
• Electrical testing equipment
• Lifts, ladders, and scaffolding
• PPE including arc-flash gear
• Field documentation tools (daily reports, schedules, drawings)
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
• Active construction sites and data center environments
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Exposure to electrical hazards, noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors depending on project phase